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Chagas Disease: Can Monitoring Immune Response Improve Treatment?

New research explores how the immune system responds to Trypanosoma cruzi antigens in patients with Chagas disease, with potential implications for monitoring and treating the condition.

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Food Bucks: The Secret Weapon for Healthier Eating on a Budget?

This article explores how bonus incentive programs like Philly Food Bucks are boosting fruit and vegetable consumption among low-income customers at farmers markets, offering a promising solution to food access challenges.

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Back Pain Relief: Can a Psychosocial Screening Predict Surgery Success?

This article explores how psychological factors like depression and anxiety impact the success of lumbar spine surgery, highlighting the importance of pre-surgery mental health screenings for better patient outcomes.

Balancing phlebotomy and medication for polycythemia vera treatment.

Phlebotomy vs. Early Drug Use for Polycythemia Vera: Resolving the Debate

A new article dissects the controversy surrounding phlebotomy and early drug intervention in polycythemia vera (PV) treatment, offering clarity on conflicting expert recommendations and highlighting the need for more patient-centered research.

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Decoding the 2016 ESC/EAS Guidelines: Your Guide to Managing Dyslipidemia

Navigating the world of cholesterol and heart health can be confusing. This article breaks down the 2016 European Society of Cardiology (ESC) and European Atherosclerosis Society (EAS) guidelines on managing dyslipidemia, offering clear insights and actionable advice.

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Violence Against Women in Healthcare: Why Medical Training Needs to Change

Discover the gaps in medical training regarding violence against women and how integrating gender-sensitive approaches can transform healthcare practices.

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Back Pain Breakthrough: Are All Spinal Fusion Procedures Created Equal?

Suffering from chronic back pain? Discover the latest findings on spinal fusion procedures and whether the surgical approach truly impacts stability and recovery.

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Is Your Pool Water Safe? The Hidden Dangers Lurking Beneath the Surface

Dive into the unseen world of pool chemistry. Learn about the by-products formed when urine, sweat, and personal care products mix with chlorine, and what the latest research says about their potential health impacts.

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Do Self-Ligating Brackets Really Last? The Truth About Clip Durability

This article dives into the durability of self-ligating bracket clips, exploring whether repetitive use affects their stiffness and leads to deformation. Discover how these findings can inform treatment choices and ensure lasting orthodontic results.

Symbolic illustration of the link between preeclampsia and uveitis, featuring a mother/child silhouette overlaid with an inflamed eye.

Beyond Delivery: Understanding the Link Between Preeclampsia and Uveitis

This article explores the connection between preeclampsia/eclampsia and an elevated risk of non-infectious uveitis in postdelivery women, emphasizing the need for increased awareness and monitoring among those with a history of the condition.

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